Vermont Ayr

Vermont Ayr is an American cheese hailing from Vermont, where it's produced by Crawford Family Farms. The cheese is made from raw cow's milk and it's modeled on Alpine cheeses, although it's reminiscent of a cheddar. It's usually left to age from 3 to 7 months before consumption.

Underneath its natural rind, the texture is semi-hard and smooth. The aromas are sweet, rich, and musty, while the flavors are complex - nutty, sweet, and toasty, with a smooth and buttery finish. The word Ayr in the name refers both to Ayrshire cows and the clean air surrounding the farm.